VOL. XXXIV MARCH 1 No. 5
A. D. 1913--A. M. 6041

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CONTENTS

The Coming Memorial Supper........................ 67
Ye Do Shew Forth the Lord's Death............. 68
"Till He Come"................................ 69
Who May Partake?.............................. 70
How to Partake................................ 72
The Sacrificial Loaf and Cup (Poem)............... 73
The Church's Part in the Sin-Offering............. 73
Holy Spirit Evidence of Acceptance............ 74
Sacrifice of Earthly Rights................... 74
The Work of The Advocate...................... 75
Blemishes, Spots and Wrinkles Defined......... 75
Necessity of a Tender Conscience.............. 75
The Sale of a Birthright.......................... 76
Earthly Loss Spiritual Gain................... 77
The Lesson of the Lost Birthright............. 77
The Gate of Heaven................................ 77
Jacob Have I Loved............................ 78
Neither a Jew nor a Christian................. 78
What the Dream Meant.......................... 78
Berean Questions in Scripture Studies............. 79

PUBLISHED BY
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CHARLES T. RUSSELL, PRESIDENT
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THE HARVEST IS GREAT

The Master said, "The Harvest truly is great, but the laborers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the Harvest that He would send forth laborers into His Harvest." (Luke 10:2.) These words, applicable nearly nineteen centuries ago, seem very applicable today also. We have more opportunities for using unencumbered brethren filled with the Spirit than ever before. If any such brethren believe themselves reasonably well developed in meekness, gentleness, long-suffering, brotherly-kindness, love; and if, in addition, they have had some considerable experience with Present Truth and are fully consecrated to the Lord, we should like to hear from them.

Such desiring to co-labor under the Society's auspices might give us a brief history of their life-work thus far, and send their photograph. Let them tell us also to what extent they have had and used opportunities for presenting the Truth in public, and to what extent God has blessed their efforts in bringing others into a fulness of consecration and mental enlightenment.

Or if their talents run more toward stenography than toward public speaking, we should be pleased to know of that. But do not mention stenography to us unless you are thorough-going in it, as a poor stenographer is a hindrance rather than an aid. [page 66]

MEMORIAL CELEBRATION APRIL 20th

In our issue of February 1st the Memorial Celebration was noted for March 20th, after 6 P.M. This was an error. It should have been April 20th. The March date would have been right according to the Episcopalian and Catholic reckonings of the first full moon after the Spring Equinox marking the Passover. However, it has been our custom to follow the Jewish reckoning, which makes it, this year, Sunday evening, April 20th, after 6 P.M. If any thereby memorialized a month in advance they will have a good opportunity to celebrate a second time, if they choose.

An additional typographical error appeared in the Sunday School Lesson of March 9th, stating, "When Abraham was ninety-nine years old--about the year 1900 B.C.," when it should have read, "When Abraham was ninety-nine years old --in the year 2021 B.C."

MILLENNIAL COTTON PLANT

The finest specimen of cotton plant we have ever seen has come into our possession. It is a little tree, an inch in diameter a foot from the ground, and seven feet high. It contains about three hundred bolls. This seems to be a specially thrifty and prolific new variety. We have no knowledge respecting its pedigree or the kind of soil on which it grew. It is our thought that such phenomenal plants should be specially cared for and their seed kept carefully separate from other seed, with a view to improving the general yield. Apparently this cotton should be grown one stalk to the hill, with the hills two feet apart.

If any WATCH TOWER readers are cotton-growers, we shall be pleased to send them samples of this special seed for special planting separate from all other seeds. We will supply the seed free, on condition that the seed from one-half the crop shall be kept for us and be at our disposal when picked and ginned. The other half would be for the experimenter in extending his acreage next year.

POEMS OF DAWN

This book of 286 pages contains nearly three hundred beautiful poems of consecration and encouragement for Christians. It makes an excellent gift for any friend or relative not in the Truth, although most appreciated by the saintly. It is topically arranged, but you could not open at random and read without being refreshed, comforted, drawn nearer to God. The Karatol-bound edition is exhausted, but we still have a good supply on hand of the cloth-bound edition, 25c., and the India paper, leather bound, 50c.

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BETHEL HYMNS FOR APRIL

After the close of the hymn the Bethel Family listens to the reading of "My Vow Unto the Lord," then joins in prayer. At the breakfast table the MANNA text is considered. Hymns for April follow: (1) 239; (2) 120; (3) 47; (4) 274; (5) 208; (6) Vow; (7) 332; (8) 168; (9) 78; (10) 160; (11) 38; (12) 175; (13) 293; (14) 56; (15) 58; (16) 166; (17) 12; (18) 130; (19) 110; (20) 313; (21) 260; (22) 75; (23) 229; (24) 107; (25) 108; (26) 103; (27) 251; (28) 94; (29) 279; (30) 109.

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BEREAN QUESTIONS IN SCRIPTURE STUDIES

Series VI., Study XIII.--Parental Obligations of the New
Creation.

APRIL 6

Read p. 557, par. 1, to p. 559, par. 1.

MARRIAGE OF THE CHILDREN OF THE NEW CREATION.

(57) Does the Apostolic advice to the New Creation concerning marriage apply to their unconsecrated children? P. 557, par. 1.

(58) How do many of the New Creation err in this respect? P. 557, par. 2, 3, 4.

(59) At what ages respectively would it seem best for natural men and women to marry? P. 558, par. 1.

(60) How may wise parents assist their children in mating properly? P. 558, par. 2.

STEWARDSHIP OF OUR CHILDREN'S HEALTH

(61) What is the close relationship between clean and healthy minds and bodies? P. 559, par. 1.

APRIL 13

Read p. 559, par. 2, to p. 562, par. 1.

(62) To this end, how should ventilation, clean surroundings and proper physical and mental exercise receive careful inspection by the parent? P. 559, par. 2.

(63) Into what three classes may foods be divided? And what is the proper proportion of each to be partaken of during the day? P. 560, par. 1 to 4.

(64) How may a purely vegetable dietary be satisfactorily arranged, if necessary for economy? P. 561, par. 1.

(65) Explain the injurious results of an uneven balancing of foods, especially of starchy variety? P. 561, par. 2.

(66) Should we be careful not to make diet "a fad"? P. 561, par. 3.

(67) Why is cheerful and profitable conversation a desirable accompaniment of the family table? P. 562, par. 1.

Series VI., Study XIV.--Sundry Earthly Obligations of the
New Creation.

APRIL 20

Read p. 563, par. 1, to p. 565, par. 2.

(1) Does the transforming of their minds release the New Creation from responsibility toward their fellowmen? P. 563, par. 1.

(2) Why should New Creatures be much more alert than others to recognize the principle of justice? P. 563, par. 2.

(3) What is the Divine injunction with respect to indebtedness, as expressed by the Apostle in Romans 13:8? P. 564, par. 1.

(4) What should be the rule for every member of the New Creation as respects money matters? P. 564, par. 2.

(5) Why should all New Creatures aim to keep their expenses below their income? P. 565, par. 1.

(6) If we have in the past unwisely contracted debts, what should be our course? P. 565, par. 2.

APRIL 27

Read p. 566, par. 1, to p. 568, par. 1, last half.

(7) What Scriptural precedent may be found for taking advantage of modern bankruptcy provisions? P. 566, par. 1.

(8) If the debt were an obligation of friendship and not a business one, how should it be considered by a New Creature? P. 566, par. 2.

(9) Are widows and orphans responsible for debts of the former head of the family? P. 567, par. 1.

(10) How should we consider the matter of borrowing and lending, as between "brethren"? P. 567, par. 2.

(11) If a brother be so situated that he could give no security for a loan, how should the tender of it consider the matter? P. 568, par. 1, first half.

(12) In case the brother wished a loan with the intention of making profit, would it be proper to take security and require interest? P. 568, par. 1, last half.

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VOL. XXXIV MARCH 15 No. 6
A. D. 1913--A. M. 6041

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CONTENTS

The Privilege and Necessity of Prayer............. 83
Access to Throne of Grace a Privilege......... 83
A Privilege of the Household of Faith......... 84
Watching Unto Prayer Commended................ 85
Praying for Temporal Things................... 85
Proper Subjects for Prayer.................... 86
The Atmosphere of Prayer...................... 87
For Whom May We Now Pray?..................... 88
Formal Prayer (Poem).............................. 89
Making Friends With Mammon........................ 90
Giving All for God's Favor.................... 90
Set Your Affections Above..................... 91
The Different Steps in Justification.............. 92
Faith the Essence of Righteousness............ 92
Tentative Justification Not Consecration...... 92
Vitalized Justification....................... 93
Sanctification a Gradual Process.............. 93
Gethsemane (Poem)................................. 94
Southern Convention Tour.......................... 94
Interesting Letters............................... 95

PUBLISHED BY
WATCH TOWER BIBLE AND TRACT SOCIETY
CHARLES T. RUSSELL, PRESIDENT
"BROOKLYN TABERNACLE," 13-17 HICKS ST.,
BROOKLYN, N.Y., U.S.A.

Foreign Agencies:--British Branch: LONDON TABERNACLE, Lancaster Gate, London, W. German Branch: Unterdorner Str., 76, Barmen. Australasian Branch: Flinders Building, Flinders St., Melbourne. Please address the SOCIETY in every case.

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1913--MOTTO TEXT CARDS--1913

The beautiful motto cards bearing this year's text, "What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits toward me? I will take the cup of salvation, and will call upon the name of the Lord. I will pay my vows unto the Most High," are temporarily out of stock. We are expecting a second consignment from abroad by the latter part of April. At that time we will be ready to fill orders--singly at 5c., by the dozen 50c., postpaid. On account of heavy import duty we cannot supply any more at the former rate of 30c. per dozen.

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POST-CARDS

We carry in stock an excellent assortment of Scripture post-cards of our own selection, both Birthday and for general use. The price for all of these cards has been reduced to 15c. per dozen, in any quantities.

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1913--VOLUNTEER MATTER--1913

The topics of Ordination and Foreign Missions are considered in a manner very interesting, we believe, to all, in PEOPLES PULPIT, Vol. V., No. 1, which is to be used as this year's regular Volunteer matter.

Although a little delayed by our printers, we hope to begin making shipments of the above by March 15. You will be duly notified when your shipment is made. If papers are not received within ten days after notification, kindly advise us fully and promptly. When received, please acknowledge whether full number of papers we mention in notification reach you in good condition, fully prepaid.

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INTERESTING LETTERS

DEARLY BELOVED PASTOR:

Greetings in our dear Lord's name!

There is in my mind a blessing for which I have become filled with the desire to convey to you my appreciation and gratitude. I refer to your suggestion, regarding the words, "What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits toward me." That these be our first waking thoughts.

What a holy joy and assistance has resulted in my case! The moment I open my eyes in the morning I repeat it, and as you say, it is a glorious beginning of the day. To me it seems one positive evidence that a heart is really the dear Lord's when we desire from the earliest moment of the day forward to its end, to earnestly prove our love and loyalty to Him. One very sweet thought in connection with this is that it seems a tightening of heart-bonds, to know that at about the same hour every morning our prayer ascends with that of our faithful Pastor, whom many of us, by the dear Lord's grace, have come to love with an unspeakable tenderness.

Yes, dear Brother, I agree with you that the present finds us having a very good time, with the peace of God in our hearts and all the joy of the Holy Spirit. As we pray for you, we desire your prayers--dear Brother Erb and I. With fervent Christian love, Your Sister in Him,

MRS. JONATHAN R. ERB.

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MY DEARLY BELOVED PASTOR AND BROTHER:

Greetings in the Lord! I wish to briefly express my growing appreciation of the Berean Questions on the Scripture Studies. Have been using them in connection with my daily reading in the second, third and fourth volumes. I tried not using them for about five days, thinking that I hardly needed them for volume four, but since I have taken them up again, I appreciate them more than ever. They help to emphasize important points which I otherwise might loose. How thankful I am for this further help which seems to me is also "meat in due season."

The TOWERS are so helpful and encouraging. May you be even more richly blessed in your work and labor of love is my prayer.

Please accept my hearty thanks for the helpful colporteur letter and the beautiful little pin. Sister Anna also wishes me to express her thanks for the HEAVENLY MANNA she received.

My mother and sisters join in extending to you very much Christian love. In His Dear Name, L. GILLESPIE.